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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27
PPFsOnaisnnG Briefs.

Hon. George d. Wise is in the city.
Mr.. Theodore Johns, who has been
quite Ill, is Improving.
Mr.. d. NJ. Goldsby, who has been very
i'll at his residence, No. 923 west Main
street, is improving.
The wagons of the Southern Express
Company were running all day Sun
day delivering express-freIsht.
Tho teachers OF the Valley (public)
School on Saturday presented their prin-
cipal, Mr. Robert ". Flournoy, with n
handsome arm chair.
DR.. r. b. Stover left the city yester-
day morning TO visit his father, who is
critically i'll at his residence, in TeDues-
see.
A private letter received in this city a
few days ago from Lexington, KY, con
tains the following reference TO Rev. Dr.
II. NJ Jackson, rector of Grace Episcopal
church: I've met your friend Dr.
Jackson, of Richmond; found him u
charming gentle n. His preaching
has created most profound interest.
No minister has ever visited our church
who attracted as many men of the
world to church-seryice as did DR.. Jack
sou. He is wonderful man, and We are
to have him again in the spring"
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27
The FGre Record .

Sunday night one Of the servants
rooms at the residence ~ Ar. J. TAYLOR
Ellyson took fire from the falling OF
Goals on the floor, bnt was extinglished
without turning in an alarm. Damage
slight.
About 1890 o'clock yesterday alter
noon the houses Nos "a aud l6 horth
Twenty.first street caught fire from a
defective fine. WOrl WAS sent to No. 2
eDgine-hOuse, and the station.men Of
that company came around, sand with
the assistance of others succeeded in ex-
tiuguishing the flames. No alarm was
turned in. Damage. S25.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27
THREE CENTS PER COPY.

her several double and triple oncorcs.
The support ia good, particularly Dir.
Coote as Professor Sharp, NJ. Fran
occur as the FrcDchman, Nr. hardy ~
Wybert Romayne, and Mr.. McGnth ss
Jansen Garnet The latter did the
dying act capitally.
Tonight ZIP another comedy by
the same author who wrote Bob, will
be given. Patti Rosa playing the dual
role of Zip and Alice Elktom the heiress.
The house will no doubt be again crowd
cd
The Governor and his wife occupied a
box at the play last night.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27
MR. SNYDER.

The meeting having expressed a desire
to hear from Mr.. >. W. Snyder, that
gentleman complied with their wish.
81 know. said he, "that | only eX-
press the sentiments OF our friends pres
cnt when I say that | hope and trust
that it will be many, very many years
before you VIII require It's support for
those limbs which today seem young
and active. Hut We have adopted the
adage in time OF peace prepare for
war. and We propose to iofestall Old
Father Time and give You that support
when IT comes, rs IT surely viii, IL you
are permitted to remain upon tins foot
stool as long as your honored father be-
fore YOU. And tins brings uvldly to
mind an occurrence something similar
in ITS nature. When my father
severed his connection with the
Albany Iron Works. where he was
cmployol in q similarpostionaSyoursclt
for folty-tiv years, his fclloT.workmen
gave him ON departing n Sold-headed
cane. which he prizes above anything ne
posscsses save bis immediate family.
And / have often noticed bim, SIR, when
in the quiet OF his chamber, as he held
il almost lovingly and twirled 1t III his
hand. gazing upon it, / thought he
saw-apd have no doubt but that he
aid SEQ those old and familiar faces, as
they stood before the rolls, furnaces, and
in the shops, looking back at him, ana
his lips would move rs though he was
nbout 10 speak 10 them on Of them.
And so, sir, may it be with you, when
the time comes, as Nature has ordained
must come, TO each and every one OF
us. Whenin the quietol your ownroom-
when Won enjoy that rest that you Will
have richly esrned-holding tins cane IN
YOUR hand may you gaze upon 1t III
loving remembrance OF This occasion
and time again carry you back and You
behold our oldest representative, tne
Lind and gentle Edward Wade. You VIII
gee him ia vOur minds eye, tougs ever
IN hand. before the bar-mill, ready to re
ceive the non as it comes over the Iolis'
Twirlipg it again you Will behold the
smiling face OF our friend DOwden, with
the old. familier, and eyer-ready pipe III
his month. hammer and wrench III band,
watching for some stray nut 10 tighten.
Twirlng it again you may behold onr
mutual friend and efficient foreman,
Antoine Osterband, with his iatheIly
and benign countenance, as with rule
and callapers he circulates among us. ]
hope you do not tire, sir, for j shall
cali upon you 10 turn 1t again anu De-
hold the sage of the Iredegar shops
our mutual friend Pereua AS he airs bis
opinion about the circulum OF the pc
riphery, and can tell you without a mo.
ments hesitation the exact nunlber of
inches from Venus to Jupiter. But sir,
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27

given into the custody of the United
States authorities which was done.
About twenty arrests were made
during the day ai the First station,
thirty at The Second, and twenty-five at
the Third.
Eleven O'Clock last night saw the city
az quiet as It usually is at that tine OF
night.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27
NO.Inn & 90,

Jewellers, corner Main and Tenth streets,
ore cis..iag Sils most elegant stock of
Diamonds, Watches, Chains, Scari-Pins
and Silyerware IN cases, selected with
special refereace for Bridal and Holiday
Presents.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27
The Academy.

The Weston Brothers opened TO a
crowded house at the Academy matinee
yesterday in "The Way OF the World. "
The piece is musical comedy, and the
troupe embraces several good actors.
Many specialties are introduced, and
altogether the performance is very
amusing and deserves good patronage.
The play was repeated at night and will
be produced again this evening and TO-
morrow afternoon and evening.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27

"IOtp. VA, DocemD'f -, 1886
t1J.LIS HEREBY GIVEN THAI
..tirGND or 90 PER CENT. ON tne
mo- rNis comp1ny VIII be pHid al the
MID. company in thc city oi klchmom3i:
..I after tne % DAY OF JANOAhi
.t. ~ transfer Will bc closed from no
...t 4lfll thc 81 of January, l1,L
". W. NAERlNGlON,
tI.. Treasurer.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27
Exquisite Doyicys,
. 30 a set NJ the Turkish Store.

Ticket No. 81 is entitled 20 tie hand
some gold watch. The holder will
please present ticket and get the same at
IHE STAR ClcrIuSc HOUsr,
1923 east Mann street.
X. FHHEE, Proprietor.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27

nothing is as appropriate as u fancy bot
tie Of sweet Altar OF Roses, the cgcrlast-
ing Persian perfume. secure vial Tor
only TIC. az the Turkish Store, 922 oass
Nam street.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27
= Grand college and Prominent stu
sieufs

Mr.. X. Kawasaki. son Of the treasurer
Of the Empire Of Japan, is among TIN
nearly eight hundred students from thirty
States and several foreign countries who
have attended the renowned Commercial
College OF Kentucky University, Lex
iug,on, Ky, the past year.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27

Easels, &C. 81 LEWIS ART GALLERY, January sd'
10 A. NJ. and 4P.M NJ Continue until all sold.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27

Many arrests were made yesterday,
but the parties were nearly all charged
with minor offences, such as drunken
ness, carrying concealed weapons, fight
ing in the street, and the like.
One shooting affray occurred. Lewis
Booker. colored youth, was taken TO
the Third police station Tor shooting with
pistol Walter Weaver, another negro,
on the street. The wound is not dan
geroua.
At the First station Marx Rosdercher,
an Austrian peddler, was taken in on the
charge of attempting TO pass counterfeit
money. He was carried before the Po-
lice Justice, who directed that he be
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27
sou Morocco slippers.
Tie Virginia Fire aud 'sarine Insu'
rance tompany.

This old home institution adver,ises
its usual 4emi-anum dividend of 1 per
cent. dividend No. 3d.
The career Of prosperity and Popu-
larity which this company has enjoyed
the past bali century is but the due re-
ward of the conservative and just policy
winch has marked its administration
throughout.
Our people recognize the propric.y
and policy of generous partulity ior
the old and tried institutions of our own
CITY and State, and. sustaining them by
liberal patronage, they udd 30 the indie
poudonce aad woaithot our OWL commu-
mtg and the State generally.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27

Joseph u. Blair.
with
L. Is. ROBERTSON & BROTHER,
G22 east Broad street.
Finest Raisins. Figs, Nuts,
Mincemeat, Plum Puddings,
Cooking Wine, Medicinal Whiskeys,
Jamaica Rum, Scotch Whiskey,
Old Virginia Hams, and inuumerable
table dehcacies at lowest prices.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27
LATE WEATHER REpoar.
ny telegraph 70 the Dispa,ch.l

49, WASHINGTON, hecemper S'-l 4. NJ
IplN For virginia, fair weather, followed by
light rain or snow, slightly warmer,
,..,t o. fresh variable wlude.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27
CHRISTMAS AT PINE-srRErT.

After a fine sermon Sunday morning
by Rev. X. B. Upper, DR.. a. Z. Dick
inson proposed that the Pinc-Street
church pay one HOVsdnd dOliars on ITS
debt during Christmas week. He offered
a plan Tor doing it which was unani-
mously adopted He then said that the
ladies of Pine-Street church would hold
aieast for raisingmoney with which 10 car
petite new church, and heurged that ai
present give the ladies send-of = III
this effort. This also was done. The
ladies fully expect to raise $500 by their
feast. DR.. Dickinson said :" You peo-
pie here on Pine street are as much cntl-
tied to a good carpet in your new church
as John Halls people on Fifth avenue
ara To a GOOD one In their church"
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27
sweet Altar Of Roses.

the everlasting Persian Perfume. only
- cents per fancy bottle at the Turkish
Store.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27

iEI DIRECTORS OF THIS BANk
a.e This dHy declared a DiNlDkND or
IIf lENT. dreo " tax out Of The earn
-t. .I .t.. Ia.f -ix months PAYABLE on aud alter
....r.. ls>. mann s. QUANLE>,
.... t. Cafhlor.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27

TO gather pearls from Oceans vases
Divers go down IN divers places;
But az our mOnti.s Of streams and hays,
No pearls do Asian swimmers raise
Like those in boauiy's NOUN that shlue
Made b. the SOI0DONr divine.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27
TLOSNACK HERR

Albert Flonnack was charged with be-
ing u fugitive from justice. This is the
man brought back from Baltimore by
Officer j. +. Bo7chen on requisition
from Governor Lee. He was wanted t.
answer the charge Of seduction. His
case was continued until January 81,
that time may be had to summon wit
nesses both for the defence and for the
prosecution.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27
Real Turkish Candy.
40 cents box at the Turkish Store.
bronze Ash.Receiyers,

81 apiece at the Turkish Store.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27
N,TA AND j.. RAILROAD CONrAhf,l
IEEAsCkEk5 OFFICE. }
HNIDEND NOTICE.

Ie.ref. That dividend Of 81 per ccns On
ur Nonmoa Calital Stock Of this company ana
tIYl i's DroGod Obligations DO decN.to ,y'
OIL. gear ending 5Oih Of september ~, pay
at.s Ola tho laI DAY OfJANbAk1i in''. y? 80 ~ ~,
l.0l fef, ~ record Al me date Of DeCembef ~,
i1-' ffom which daie % The 81 daY OF January
lsoe tle bo0ks Oi transfer be closed.
crlii6t j. Is. WINSTON. Treasurer
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27
AUCTION ErcHINds. ENaRAvINGs.

My entire stock OF goods et public sale, 10 re-
duce stock, January "a, 10 A. NJ. and 7. NJ.
Continue until all sold.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27

SUDDEN CHASGgs o. WsAruBE cause Throat
Diseases. There is no more efieciual remedy for
Coughs, Colds, etc, than BR0wN's BRONCHIAL
TROCBEs Sold only IL boxes Prize s5 cents.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27
GOOD VIII.

General Anderson vas attcntiyely lis-
toned to and the men expressed them
selves as greatly pleased with his re-
marks.
One thing wa&cry marked in the re-
union Yesterday afternoon. Sald one
young iron worker in speaking TO tho
Dispu'~h representative. "l tniHk the
Trcdcear is the incest company to work
for in the two States of Virginia and
West Virginia would say III the United
States, only my experience doesn't e@-
tend that far ~
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27
SENT on IL TWO CASES.

Dabney Pear, the colored man whose
arrest Saturday night, on the charges Of
assaultlng, cutting, and woundinS Tony
Pacini and A. Uoniui with knife with
intent to kill, was announced III Sun
days Dispatch, was before the court.
The trouble occurred in a bar-room
down town, and 1t appears that the as
saults were both uuprovoAed that the
accused while drunk drew his knife and
rushed at both men, atabbing one on the
head and the other on the hand. Pear,
when asked about the matter, said that
he was drunk and he had 10 knowledge
of what he had done He was sent on
to the grand jury in both cases.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27

Ju response 10 the above invitation
about Gnv-tvc Of the employees of the
rciCeag spike and har.mills and ma
chmcslop gathered et Sanger Hall yes
terioy afternoon. The foromn OF the
yarols dopartme lts vorealsolrosent by
special invitation.
At4o'cloc., Mr. II. c. Cstarniud call
cd the asscmbl.ge 20 order. and by re-
quest presided. Mr.. Spencer ". Snyder
acted as secretary.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27

mUNIoN OF TnE TRFDrGAR MN
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27

The Chair r,ruo.sed NIr. Antoine Os-
..,j..r3 dis 'i.' f,tirr, 70 stco forward, and
,n,rolnc.j lin to tho meeting 9s fine
rll'., .,,niayGe oe t,r Trcl,ear bayin0
worked ,.@ro mou and low forty.pipe
,.(,,.
5jr O.to,bird Sr asked Mr.. r. r.
AroI,., .r.,..,i,,..r,la,,i OF fine works. to
co,,s .'''' ,,r,yirj HcJij SO end Mr. 0s-
t.rl.iol r,osent.l him with n cold head
- cone as 81 tolrn of esteem and respcct
,,,,, .;,tc.rco orrnlovcos Of the ma
.l.....i,"5 .. and s,l,.c. ami bar.mjjls
San b.
.,i~ ,~olor ON, roorcetod 70
,,~.s.r, ,.-,, or ,i,a ,.oIt nftha TraJcoor
.ro,','1,l.,'.. t.isc,ns :,
.N,n I..vn Lo,r far uumber Of
a. -,
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27

Gold-headed canes have been rather
numerous around the Trodogar Of late.
As mentioned in this paper Sunday,
Saturday afternoon Mr. RoOeI. Carter,
foreman Of the spike-mill, received one
from the men in his department. Mr..
Emmct Harris. foreman o. the black
smith shop, was also the recipient of Il
like prcsen. the same day.
Mr.. Robert T. Masters, foreman Of
the foundry department, was alsoto have
been presented with one yesterday by his
employees. In consequence OF is non
arrival they were prevented from so
doing, but it viii he given hm as soon
as it comes 10 hand.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27

SiIk Slandherchict~ ana Shauis
at the Turkish Store, 922 Main street.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27
AUCTION SALE


Commencing Monday, January ~. at 10 A. VI
and Z. M.. l will offer my entire stDrk at publ;
auction % reduce stock. Continue until all scld
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27
They raLechristmas as
T,aies M. r..n,..Ceycrs

The street-cars stopped running last
night about O'Clock.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27

R0YAtL Mc8UERAR, b. Paul. Mon. 60,
u. a. &oCURDY Gate Of Quaries q @e"uiO'''
hiehmOne, Va.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27
GEsERAL JOSEPH Il. ANDERSON.

Work had hardly been begun upon the
eatables when General Joseph r.. An
derson, president OF the company, APP
peared upon the scene. He wasreceiyed
with genuine enthusiasts, which culmi-
mated in three hearty cheers. which were
given by the whole company standing.
General Anderson returned tbOnks for
the cordial reception and assured them
that It was appreciated.
Continuing, he said 81 am sorry TO
interrupt you at such an interesting mo-
ment, but | couldn't DO otherwise. as |
have Just come from an important en-
gagement. | feel n great deal OF in
tetest in any movementin in winch you are
concerned. The fathers and grand
fathers of many Of you younger men
worked under me in the iorty-sIX years
that / have been connected with the
works. Therefore, ! say TO you truly ]
wish you q merry Christmas And when
F ] say TO vou that have been connected
with the works fortv-six wears yOu can
understand the interest feel III all Of
you.'
> General Anderson alluded in feeling
terms TO the recent death Of James
Reed, chief Of pat;crn-makers, one Of
the few men who were at the works when
be took charge.
J He couc.nicd by wishing them a
merry Christmas aud happy New Year.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27

look again at it, and you will not
fail to see the form OF every
body's friend, Jenkins, as he goes
about his daily task of rearing
stacks and stacks of monuments TO his
memory-the glory Of the Tredegar
Works. But, sir. when we would have
you remember the ones mentioned we
would not have you forget those Of us
present who are young-so TO speak--in
the service ever remembering that it is
our Offering as we'll as theits. But | will
not detain you longer, for / see from
the faces of my friends present that they
are hungering and thirsting for some.
thing more substantial than words We
present you with this cane not for its in
tlinSic worth or value, but that you will
cherish it in your heart as : memorial of
our esteem and friendship end love"
Upon the conclusion of Mr.. Snyder's
remarks several songs were sung by bin
in a spirited manner. Mr.. Eslu Kroker
accompanied him on the piano ard oil
present joined in the chorus.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27

Tho walking stick presented Mr.
Archer is one of black malacca, with a
massive gold head. On it l. the follow
inscription " Presented to Z. Il. Archer
by the 1rodegar Hon-WoIkers. Christ
mas, 1851.
COMPLIMENTS OY THE SEASON.
Loud calls were then made for Mr. L.
4. Carter, to which he responded hy
wishing all assembled " A Merry Christ
mas and a Happy New Year.'
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27

DOCK AND JOB WORK NEATLY
~ ~ ExEcurEp All gaE DISPATCH PRINT.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27

at the Turkish Store, 922 east Main
street.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27
CHRISTMAS DAY ~ TIT NMeUoJsT, j.
md PENITENTIAHY.

One Of the best Christmas dlnuers ever
spread in the almshouse was heartily en-
loved 10y the poor uniortun@tes Of that
institution yesterday, aud, as SupGin-
ten lent Carte remarked, "some OF them
have eaten 50 much I'm afraiG they Il be
sick" Sunday was reliSiously observed,
with preaching at u \. NJ, Sunday
school at 2:30 =. NJ, prayerlnecting at
3. and preaching at >. All the inmates
behaved well, and Christmas Day at the
poorhouse was one OF genuine pleasure
to all connected with it.
Next Wednesday the members OF the
Episcopal Church who have been con
Quoting services there Will distribute
presents TO those who attend.
Christmas was quietly spent at the city
Jail. Sergeant Smith gave the prisoners
a substantial dinner yesterday, which
was partaken of with reasonable zest.
At the pcnitentiary a number OF
presents were received from friends of
the convicts and the day was quietly
passed. Sunday religious services were
held at 9 \. NJ, conducted by Mr. j. p.
McGuirc. 4 dinner Of unusual quality
was served.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27

On Saturday last Messrs. II. VI. Smith
Il Co. gave all of the men in their en-
plovmcnt 2 sumptuous dinner and big
bowl of egg-nog. The men took all
vantage OF the occasion and presented
the senior member of the firm with Il
handsome testimonial of their esteem.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27
I,IS(3.E!J !. ! /. r
; pIANOS.&
o.--HrA>Srp OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES
INRiIFTI YEARS


F...- -r. fsrms easy. Wrtc or cal ON me
..... tr Virginia. North Carolina. ana Soum
ElLAND N LEE,
pIarl. and Organ, uchm1ud, Va.
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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27

kTcMURRAN & MCCURDY,
vi BROKERS. REAL ESTATE, LOANS,
Globe Building. ~. Poui. hlnn.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27

Correspondence solicited.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27
10 REFRESHMENTS.

The meeting then adjourned to the
hall below, where a creditaJle repast was
furnished.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27

T. Crump and Thomas II. Starke, libra.
rians DR.. George B. Steel, financial
agent: Colonel W. j.. Tanner, director
OF music; Mrs. MaryD. Sutherland and
Miss Bette Ellyson, collectors.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27
~ 0YrllEEs rLEcTEp.

This school has steadily grown from a
small organization thirty four years ago
tObe tie largest now in the South. VII
liam Il. Williams has been Caltogether)
over thirteen wears its honOied aud ELL
cient superintendent, and under his adj
lainisfraiion it has been especially pros
perous. theaverage Attendance OF officers,
teachers. and scholars being larger
during the past year than at any period
III It's history.
At the annual election Of officers held
on Sunday afternoon William II. VIII
liams WIS again nominated for superin-
tendent and also Mr.. Jackson lurpin,
whereupon Mr.. Williams declined TO
serve and made a strong speech second
ing the nomination of Mr.. Iurpin and
urging his election. His remarks IN re-
ference to Mr.. Turpin, who is compara-
lively young man, were characterized
by Christian love and sympathy.
Mr.. Williams's name was then with
drawn and Mr.. Turpin was unanimously
elected superintendent George A..
Goode, assistant superintendent A. b.
Clarke, superintendent OF primry de-
partment W. NJ. Martin, assistant super
intendent of primary department; +. Il.
Butler. secretary; NJ B. buchanan, as
sistant secretary Thomas W. Tignor,
treasurer Rowland Childrey AMI ". M.
Cole. paper distributors; Percy Talia-
ferro and Il. w. White, Bible distri-
buters
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-12-27
srcoNp-cHuRcH SCHOOL.

At meeting held Sunday afternoon
the following officers we're elected to
serve the Sunday school OF the Second
Baptist church for the next year: ii.
X. Ellyson, superintendent; Walter
Bowie, assistant superintendent w. Q.
Saith, secretary and treasurer Frank